Installation (Montero & Montero Sport)
- Install rotor on hub. Service wheel bearings and seals as necessary. Install front hub assembly. Install lock nut. Tighten nut to 119 ft. lbs. (161 N.m) on Montero, or 94-145 ft. lbs. (127-197 N.m) on Montero Sport. Loosen lock nut, and retighten it 18 ft. lbs. (24 N.m). Loosen lock nut 30-40 degrees. Install lock washer and screw(s).
- On 2WD, reverse removal procedure for remaining components. On 4WD, install drive flange, shim and snap ring. Using feeler gauge, check axle shaft-to-hub clearance. Clearance should be 0.016-0.028" (0.41-0.71 mm). Use appropriate shim to obtain correct clearance. Shim is located behind snap ring on end of axle shaft. Recheck clearance if necessary. Install remaining components.